{"product_id":"everbuild-fire-mate-sealant-white-295ml","title":"Everbuild Fire Mate Intumescent Acrylic Sealant White 295ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEverbuild Fire Mate Intumescent Acrylic Sealant in White, supplied in a 295ml cartridge. This is a one-part, emulsion acrylic-based sealant designed to provide a fire-resistant and acoustic joint seal in a range of fire-rated structures. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen exposed to temperatures above 125°C, the material expands to more than 150% of its original volume, forming an insulating char that prevents the passage of fire, smoke, and toxic gases. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe formulation is permanently flexible, allowing movement of up to ±7.5% without loss of adhesion, and can be applied to joints up to 50mm wide. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFire Mate maintains its stability and finish in interior applications where both flame resistance and sound insulation are required, delivering a dependable seal with a curing time of 3 to 5 days at room temperature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire protection performance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Expands when exposed to heat, forming a protective char that resists fire and smoke for up to 4 hours in tested conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustic insulation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides an average noise reduction of 24 dB across the 100–3150 Hz range, supporting effective soundproofing in partition walls and service penetrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEase of application\u003c\/strong\u003e: Non-slump formula allows smooth tooling and clean edges on vertical and overhead joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast curing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tack-free in approximately 15 minutes, allowing early overpainting and reduced downtime on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintains elasticity with over 100% elongation to ISO 8339, ensuring long-term joint integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bonds well to most construction materials without primer; suitable for masonry, plasterboard, timber, and coated metals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverpaintable finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Accepts most water-based and solvent-based paints once cured, matching surrounding finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature activation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intumescent expansion begins at approximately 125°C, providing active fire-sealing response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum joint width\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for use in joints and voids up to 50mm wide, ensuring full seal coverage in structural applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire-rated joints\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sealing linear gaps and perimeter joints in walls, floors, and partitions to maintain fire compartment integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePenetration seals\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around pipes, conduits, and cables where they pass through fire-rated walls or floors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor and window perimeters\u003c\/strong\u003e: Internal pointing of fire-rated frames to preserve the integrity of compartment lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustic control\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reducing airborne sound transmission in partition junctions and service openings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for dry, internal building environments where both acoustic and fire performance are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure all joints are clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, and old sealant residues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication method\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cut cartridge tip and nozzle to suit joint width, apply using a standard sealant gun at steady pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoint finishing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Smooth the bead immediately with a wetted spatula or tool for full contact and a neat finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoid filling\u003c\/strong\u003e: For large voids, first fill with Everbuild Firefoam B1 to optimise fire resistance before sealing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasking and clean-up\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use masking tape for clean joint lines and remove within 5 minutes of application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompliance \u0026amp; 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